The Mazamas (https://mazamas.org/) have generously provided new funding to support our efforts to sequence the ice worm (Mesenchytraeus solifugus) genome! Ice worms are segmented worms in the Phylum Annelida and their curious, ice-obligate lifestyle has long-fascinated biologists and climbers alike. The goal of our research is to uncover the genomic basis of their extreme adaptation. As part of this effort, we will also use our developing genomic resources to develop a tool to detect environmental DNA (“eDNA”) of ice worms which will allow researchers to refine our collective understanding of the geographic distribution of ice worms.